Marshall State School Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Marshall State School Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 270 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10831 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARSHALL STATE SCHOOL
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marshall State School Lake Dam?
Marshall State School Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Marshall State School Lake Dam?
Marshall State School Lake Dam is owned by MARSHALL STATE SCHOOL (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marshall State School Lake Dam built?
Marshall State School Lake Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Marshall State School Lake Dam?
Marshall State School Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marshall State School Lake Dam?
Marshall State School Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.